Designing with Nature: Permaculture Workshop with Maria Grimaldi
Join Maria Grimaldi, Garden and Permaculture Consultant, to develop an understanding of permaculture design principles for your property based on nature’s perfect design. This three-hour session will give you the tools to create a 5-year plan for your outdoor living space by using nature as a guide. Please bring a map or survey of your…
Composting and Soil Health Workshop
Join Michelle Proscia, Cornell Cooperative Extension Sullivan Agriculture Program Manager, to learn about the principles, methods, and Food Safety Modernization Act (FSMA) regulations of on-farm composting and soil health. The workshop will include aerobic and anaerobic composting, small scale vs. large scale composting, and the basics of vermiculture (composting using worms). Soil testing bags will…
Cocktails & Conservation
Join Delaware Highlands Conservancy staff for appetizers and a "Conservationist" signature cocktail at Cochecton Fire Station in Cochecton, NY. Hear from Land Protection Coordinators Trey Talley and Kaylan Hubbard about the Conservancy's work to protect forests, farms, and waters in the Upper Delaware River region and how you can get involved. Space is limited and…
Edible and Medicinal Plant Walk with The Botanical Hiker
Join certified herbalist Heather Houskeeper, aka the Botanical Hiker, in exploring the array of edible and medicinal plants at the Van Scott Nature Reserve. Heather will provide methods for correct identification, sustainable harvest, and preparation. Many of these plants are easy to recognize and may be found in your own backyard or on other favorite…
The Pollinator Pathway: Bee On It!
Thousands of people across the country have joined forces to create the Pollinator Pathway, a grassroots movement focused on protecting and restoring habitat for bees, birds, butterflies, moths, and other pollinating insects. Join us to learn how you can be part of this important effort to help reverse declines in bird and pollinator populations. We…
Meadow Party
Join the Delaware Highlands Conservancy on Saturday, September 7th from 11am-4pm at the Van Scott Nature Reserve for our Meadow Party! For this special free community event, we invite you to enjoy guided trail walks, crafts, and fun educational programs for all ages. Food will be available for purchase, or you may bring your own…
Women and Their Woods Retreat
Women forest landowners and aspiring landowners from across the mid-Atlantic region are invited to attend an educational retreat to learn more about managing their forestland and connect with other forest landowners. The retreat will be held from September 15th-18th at the Highlights Foundation Workshop Facility in Boyd's Mill, Milanville, PA in scenic Wayne County. Space…
Taste of the Harvest
Please join the Delaware Highlands Conservancy for Taste of the Harvest on Sunday, September 29 featuring the Jonny King Trio! Enjoy a delicious brunch from Cedar Lakes Estate and live jazz from pianist and composer Jonny King, described by Downbeat as one of the strongest piano voices of his generation. He will be joined by…
Conservation Conversations
Join the Conservancy’s Land Protection Coordinators Trey Talley and Kaylan Hubbard for a virtual Zoom gathering to learn about Delaware Highlands Conservancy and how we can help you protect your land. What is a conservation easement and what property characteristics do we look for? What are the steps and costs associated with placing a conservation…